Residential Construction

For fence or sign permits please contact, Community Development at 913-680-2626.

The City of Leavenworth utilizes the 2018 International Residential Code for all aspects of construction-related activities that involve single family dwellings, duplexes, townhomes and accessory structures, to include new structures, additions, renovations and repairs.

The 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code is utilized on projects that involve the installation and maintenance of pools and spas.  

Building permits are required for, but not limited to:

Separate permits are required for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing.  Please see the M.E.P. license and permit page.

Inspections are required and performed at various points throughout projects and when the work has been completed. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trade licenses are required and issued for those doing this type of work in the City, and inspections are performed by the City of Leavenworth staff on a daily basis for both Commercial and Residential structures. To determine if you need a permit for your project, please call 913-684-0378, or email us at permits@firstcity.org.

Our goal is to complete the application review process as quickly as possible, but the initial review may take up to 10 business days depending on the complexity of the project and the volume of applications being reviewed. Please plan your project with this timeline in mind. You should not start your project until after your application has received approval and a permit has been issued. Once the project begins, it is subject to various inspections and approvals prior to completion of the project.